Job Description

Designation

AE- Practitioner, PTP, GCC

Function

Group Finance Location

Bangalore Reporting To

Assistant Manager

Job Description

What are the Key Deliverables in this role?

Financial Outcomes

• Perform the accounts payable to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Oversee daily operations including invoice verification, coding, approvals, and payment runs.
• Maintain vendor relationships and resolve payment-related queries and discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and improve AP metrics such as aging reports, payment cycles, and error rates.

Customer Service

• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, and other departments to streamline processes.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Internal Processes

• Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Drive automation and process improvement initiatives within the AP function.

Innovation and Learning

• Experience in a shared services or global finance environment.
• Familiarity with electronic invoicing and payment platforms.
• Knowledge of tax regulations related to vendor payments (e.g., TDS, GST in India).
• Lean Six Sigma or process improvement certification is a plus.

What are the Critical success factors for the Role?

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification is a plus.
• 4 + years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and AP best practices.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other financial tools.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Mandatory Language Requirements (spoken), if any:

What are the Desirable success factors for the Role?

• Experience in a shared services or global finance environment.
• Familiarity with electronic invoicing and payment platforms.
• Knowledge of tax regulations related to vendor payments (e.g., TDS, GST in India).
• Lean Six Sigma or process improvement certification is a plus.